Tatiana Maslany

The case that television is superior to movies is on the verge of getting stronger. Less than a year after the Oscars failed to nominate a single person of color for a leading performance, the Emmys are poised to take a giant leap forward in terms of diversity.

Both Viola Davis and Taraji P. Henson are considered front-runners in the category of lead actress in a dramatic series. If either takes the podium, it'll mark the first time a black woman has ever received the honor.

Predictions for the ceremony, taking place Sunday in Los Angeles, suggest history will be made:

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